Algebra Help:
From Basics To Advanced

Almost all students need algebra help at some point. The clearer the concepts are at the beginning stages the easier it is for your child to learn more involved processes. The first question most children ask when faced with a letter in a sum, is "What is it's value?" The idea that a letter can have many different values is not an easy one for children to grasp, particularly since up to that time all the sums they have been doing in maths have been with fixed numbers and certain answers.

Pre Algebra: The Farm And The Market

All children love drawing and colouring. Conveniently, that is an ideal place to begin learning algebra. This fun introduction to names, letters and numbers reveals the basic idea of algebra is simple concept that can be fun to learn. Start with these simple pre algebra printable worksheets.

The Simplest Algebra Equations

Single step algebra equations are the best place to start once your child has grasped the idea of letters and numbers both being used. The best way to proceed is to learn a thorough method for solving equations from the beginning of this topic.

Algebra With Spreadsheets

Another way to teach algebra is using spreadsheet programs like Excel. This is a bit of a back door method of teaching the subject. I have noticed that students learn key algebra concepts without realizing they are doing algebra. Try some of the Excel spreadsheet formulas practice sheets and see how it goes.

Basic Equation Solving

Once a child has mastered solving sums with order of operations, solving equations is a breeze. The following links lead to a series of graded practice sheets with clear instructions on how to solve them. Starting with one step equations, it is easy to build up the complexity of the work until your child will be able to tackle even the most challenging problems with confidence.